From the 1880s to WW-I Belgium exported hundreds of thousands of the very cheapest of doubles marked with all manner of fanciful names. W. Richards from 123 Years Ago -- Back in 1889 the magazine Forest and Stream was doing a series of pattern and penetration tests of various shotguns available to the American shooting public in each issue.The Winchester 101 model is a shotgun that began manufacture in 1959. The gun originally was issued as a 12 gauge in 1959. Serial numbers for this model range from 50,000 to more t...The number meaning is unknown. Your gun (1926-1935) was too early for a date code. In theory chokes can be measured by comparing the bore and choke diameter. The nominal ID of a 12 Ga bore is 0.729" but it can vary consdierably. If you have a calibers or a choke gauge you can measure the choke diameter.From 1876 to 1878, the firm was known as Hyde & Shattuck and was located in Springfield,MA. Shattuck made both hammer type and hammerless doubles as well as some odd looking single barrels. If you should want the information, there are serial number-year made tables available for both Crescent and Baker made guns.I recently acquired an Ithaca flues Grade 2 double barrel manufactured in 1910 according to the serial number.. ... the cataloged characteristics of each Quality were not held fast as many guns vary from the norm. I own a 1910 Flues stamped 1S that has fine Damascus barrels and factory 3" chambers. Anomalies exist.Feb 28, 2013 · The only mention of anything different is in the illustration for the Model 100 is that it has a Diana Breech. I am not familiar enough with double barrels to know what a Diana Breech is. Looked up the serial number you give and if the gun is a Hammer double made after H& A was reorganized in 1898/99 to become Hopkins & Allen Arms Company the ...Here's a link and verbage that explains it: "Eclipse Gun Company is a name found on belgium manufactured double barrels from around the turn of the century until about the time of WWI. the actual manufacturer was Henri Pieper. pieper made these guns marked Eclipse Gun Co. solely for export to the u.s.a. most of the large wholesale and mail ...Description: J.N. Scott Double 12 Gauge Hammer Shotgun serial number 2,XXX, 32" twist barrels, 2 ¾" chambers with extractor, choked modified/cylinder, 13 ½" LOP. Engraving on frame & trigger guard, top flat stamped "ST LOUIS-FIELD-LONDON FINE TWIST", Birmingham crown over BP stamped on underside of each barrel.199 posts · Joined 2007. #1 · Feb 28, 2013. I am in the middle of a winter project to restore a Hopkins and Allen double barrel hammer gun. From various sources (including the Vorisek book) I know there were at least three different shotguns made by H&A fitting this description. The barrels are steel, not damascus.A nice Parker 16g could be worth anywhere from $2,000 to $75,00 depending on which grade it is, its condition and originality. Parker Bros made shotguns in 8 different grades from V to A1S. If you will show some sharp pictures, barrel type & length, stock length, grade (ser # will tell me the grade if you do no know how to determine it),type of ...During 1969 the Hi-Power pistol Serial Number code was changed to a two digit year and "C" prefix. Serial Numbers for "T" prefix Hi-Power pistols exceeded T300000 and were shipped into 1970. Year ser. # PreFiX COde 1969 69C prefix before Ser. No. 1970 70C prefix before Ser. No. 1971 196471C prefix before Ser. No. 1972 72C prefix before Ser. No.To find out about your gun's serial number simply click on your firearm. Historical Letters Available. Give us a call at 800-333-3288 to learn more about how you can add a piece of history to your Browning firearm. Born in 1855, John M. Browning dedicated his life to inventing revolutionary firearms that were desitned to shape the future.Jan 12, 2018 · Antique muzzleloader identification. Hey guys, need a little help identifying this antique muzzleloader. There is no name or serial number marked anywhere, just a small marking on the barrel. The overall length of the rifle is 51", and the barrel is 36". The bore size seems to be either 70 caliber, or 14 gauge. Any info would be very helpful.CDS1952 Discussion starter. 4 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Jan 23, 2017. I have recently purchased a 30" Barrel,16 gauge single shot shot gun to refinish/rebuild. The serial number is 6235. Manufacture declaration: Iver Johnson's. Arm's & Cycle Works. (Canada)LTD Montreal.Mar 13, 2013 · Good evening, You have a beautiful old gun. But be very careful;i will try to explain why. In 1888,the first Mauser rifles had a barrel with a 7.8mm bore ,the bottom of the rifling had a 8.07mm diameter.This cartridge has been duplicated for civil use in drillings or double rifles ,the difference is that the civilian (?) cartridges had a rim (or rand in german)and was loaded to make less pressure.Description: Antique PARKER Bros. Double Barrel HAMMER Shotgun. With Brown Case Hardened Finish and Walnut Stock. Here we present an antique Parker Brothers Hammer Double Barrel 12 Gauge Shotgun, 1 Grade with an Extractor, made in 1887 in Meriden, Connecticut. Charles Parker was an entrepreneur who began working in U.S. manufacturing in the 1830s.In their business life time,Crescent made over 2.500,000 shotguns of all types. We have a re-constructed serial number-year made tables for Crescent shotguns and if you will give the serial number and type of you gun, single barrel, double barrel, outside hammers or hammerless, we might be able to give you an approximate date it was made.Gun production started during latter half of 1883, at an industrial site located on Fall Creek, Ithaca, New York. Leroy Smith joined the company by 1885 and George Livermore joined the firm in 1887. By 1894, the company was under exclusive control of Leroy Smith and George Livermore. The gun is a double barrel Ithaca, 16 gauge, I think.A few examples of appraisal values forW RICHARDS SHOTGUN. Search our price guide for your own treasures. W. Richards Shotgun. Description Cal/GA: 12. Barrel length: 30 inches. Chamber length: 2 – ¾ inches. Length of pull: 14 inches. Choke dimension: M & F. Drop on the heel: 3 – 1/4 inches. Double barrel laminated steel barrel.LSB#: 150211GT01 Make: Westley Richards, England Model: Double Barrel Muzzle Loading Shotgun Serial Number: 6432 Year of Manufacture: 1850’s Gauge: 16 Action Type: Muzzle Loading Percussion Double Barrel Shotgun Markings: The barrel rib is marked “Westley Richards 170 New Bond STLondon”.The lock plates are marked …To help you determine the year made, find your serial number and then select a link from those below to sites that offer serial dates. The Blue Book of Used Gun Values offers …The era of the great American double-barreled shotgun lasted for almost 100 years, from shortly after the Civil War in the late 1860s until the middle of the 20th century. Grand old names like Parker, Fox, Ithaca, Winchester and L.C. Smith topped the list of the better double guns that were made in the United States. Each of these brands had ...8 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · May 20, 2014. I would appreciate any help in identifying and valuing an Auguste Francotte 12 gauge double barreled shotgun. It is marked with "The Conqueror" on top between the barrels. I found a guide to shotgun manufacturers that identified this as an Auguste Francotte.This publication provides an easy reference for Parker shotguns manufactured between 1866-1942. It Includes a 46-page section on Parker identification, with over 100 detailed images depicting serialization location and explanation, various Parker grades, extra features, stock configurations, action types, and barrel identification.Three Antique Double Barrel Hammer Shotguns -A) C. G. Bonehill ShotgunAction locked up. ... Serial Number: Class: Antique. ... Manufactured in 1892. Grade, gauge, and action (barrel cut down) confirmed on page 257 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. 2 9/16" chambers,chokes measured improved cylinder/cylinder ...English 12-gauge double barrel percussion shotgun Richard Redman London and Birmingham late 19th century serial #1522; with engraved chamber and fittings; curly walnut butt and forearm with checkered grip; 46 1/2 in. L. overall Estimate $ 150-250 Most of the original blue finish worn away.I need identification and possible worth of a double barrel 12 Ga. with 30" barrels. The only identification is on the side metal fasten to the stock with the name "Finders Royal Service"). It has a serial number of 26239X. There are no other markings. This shotgun must be more than 70 yrs old.SERIALIZATION / DATE OF MANUFACTURE-When was your gun made? These tables will help you identify the year of manufacture on many popular models of firearms. Information courtesy of The Blue Book of Gun Values by S.P. Fjestad. From The Blue Book of Gun Values. Store Brand Crossover List; Proof Marks;By about serial number 11000 they changed to an "Ithaca Hammerless" roll stamp on the hammerless guns. Among collectors, the first four Ithaca hammerless doubles are known by the names of their designers -- 1888-1901 Crass Model for Fredrick T. Crass; 1901-1906 Lewis Model for Chester Lewis; 1906-1908 Minier Model for David Minier; and …Two common methods are used to evaluate antique firearms, as follows:-NRA Condition Standards: Modern guns are classified as new, excellent, very good, good, or fair. Antique guns are classified as excellent, fine, very good, good, fair, or poor. New: All original parts, 100 percent original finish and in perfect condition.A. albanygun. 5648 posts · Joined 2004. #3 · Nov 13, 2005. Springfield Arms Co. was a trade name used by Crescent Fire Arms Co. double shotguns until about 1920-22. This trade name was then used by J. Stevens Arms Co. after 1920. Stevens also became a subsidiary of Savage in 1920, and remained that way until 1960. Like.I have 3 parts with matching serial number 3262 and on top of barrels says Laminated Steel , a set of proof marks under side of barrel show a Brimmingham proof with sords crossing and a V under and the 11 marking each side with a blackpower proof as well same proof on block with more letters under sorwds crossing as well as 5 in middle of block ...What type of shotgun shells will work in this rifle. I understand that flussstahl krupp is the metal type and essen is where is was made. Marks I found on the barrels are nitro, flussstahl krupp essen in a circle. On the left barrel is HALBERSTADT, on the right barrel WILH - PIETHE Under the foream is number 5605 and also on the underside of ...Pennsylvania style rifle is probably the most accurate description, since that is where this style gun originated. You are correct--Kentucky's a generic term--in truth it could be Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Georgia--anywhere along the eastern seaboard. Removing the barrel might give a clue, it may be stamped.2 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Dec 8, 2009. My Father-in-Law bought a 12 gauge Riverside Arms double barrel shotgun and wants to find out what the approximate age and value of the gun is. The only number we can find on it is 3555 or 5555 that's located where the gun separates. Any help would be appreciated.Some examples of highly valuable antique double barrel shotguns include: An A.H. Fox "F" grade sidelock, engraved by the renowned artisan Joseph Trauner, sold at auction in 2021 for $172,500. A pair of Holland & Holland "Royal Deluxe" sidelocks, with gold inlays and exhibition-grade wood, sold in 2020 for $248,000.The Remington New Model Double Barrel Shotgun was made in seven qualities from No. 1 to No. 7. The three lowest grades were the same, plain with no engraving, except for barrel material. The No. 1 had Decarbonized Steel barrels, No. 2 had Twist barrels and No. 3 had Damascus barrels. Model 1889 pg 10 1901 catalogue.jpg.Remove the forearm and separate the barrels from the frame then post some clear, close-up photos showing all the proof marks, date codes, etc. on the barrel flats and on the watertable of the frame. Then perhaps Sauerfan and others can decipher what you have. Based on the patent date, The Colt appears to be a Model 1883.Final black powder proof for single and double barrel muzzle loading shotguns. Minimum proof pressure is 8534 psi. 22. ... Smokeless proof for shotguns barrels with proof pressure of 12.090 psi. 31. ... Since 1995 Spain integrated the manufacturing year in the serial number in the following form: 16-03-001-95. 16 = …1926 Vintage Ithaca Gun Company Grade IV 12 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun * Classic American Double & Perfect Candidate for Restoration! * SOLD Description: SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge Manufacturer: Ithaca Model: Grade IV Double Barrel Serial Number: 435830 Barrel Length: 28 & 1/8" Inches (Cut-down From 30" We Think) Chambers: 2 ...Your Fulton Model was made in 1920. Hunter Arms made guns in 20 gauge chambering is somewhat rare. Value would range from $450 to $1550 depending on mechanical and bore condition, and remaining original finish. Please provide detailed pictures of the gun for a more exact evaluation. reply share.Make a single barrel trap shotgun with a ventilated rib. 3. Make arms with an intercepting firing pin block safety. 4. Make a double barrel shotgun with hammers directly. behind the firing pins. 5. Use a long swinging sear that once adjusted gave. consistent trigger pull throughout the working life of an arm."I need help identifying the maker of this old double barrel side-level shotgun that is evidently made in belgium. the provided pictures contain all the markings on the gun. Your help is much appreciated. 5. shootbrownelk.The barrel length is 18.25 in. and is marked GENUINE ARMORY STEEL CHOKE BORED on the left barrel. Overall length is 33.75 in. Serial number on the barrel and receiver match, 226669. No cracks on the stock or fore end. Action is tight although the lever is a bit loose. Bore is still pretty shiny with no pitting.Here is the generally accepted serial date range for the Iver Johnson Champion Shotgun. I believe it originated from Bill Goforth, who was the resident expert of Iver Johnson's and H&R. All numbers= 1909-1919 1 letter suffix= 1920-1929 2 letters suffix= 1930-1939 All letters= 1940-1956I recently came across a nice tight Remington grade one model 1889. The action is bank vault solid, no play at all, no cracks in the stock or dings in the b...Wm Moore & Co. 10 ga. Saloon Shot Gun Wm Moore & Co. 10 ga. Saloon Shot Gun You have a great piece from the Indian War era, a Wm. Moore & Co 10 ga. saloon shot gun. This saloon shot gun has Damascus steel barrels and is ca. the 1870′s. A terrific piece of American militaria. However seen your pictures the condition of your gun is not very good. Original Item: Only One Available. Made prior to 1898, this very nice 12 gauge shotgun is Federally classed as antique ANTIQUE. The Remington Model 1889 Double Barreled shotgun was the last external hammer shotgun they would produce, and was really the last of the great side hammer shotguns. For most of the 19th Century, Shotguns had not been a big market for American gun makers, due to the ...Jun 2, 2013 · Crescent double barrel hammer shotgun serial number 49838 was made approximately in November 1899. The serial number range for 1899 ran from 36,000 to 54,00, with about 1,500 guns produced a month. You do the math. With a gun this old, all of us here will issue a warning on attempting to shoot it-DON'T! The gun was designed and made to shoot ...License plate numbers, stamped on metal or plastic registration plates attached to motor vehicles and trailers, are state-issued identification numbers. The best place to obtain an...I have an ithaca double barrel double trigger 12g all matching numbers but stock is cracked and missing piece of wood serial number 446592 f 12 marked under heath barrels on stock. And on barrel serial number plus f 5 on locking mechanism on barrels and 4 on each barrel and looks like llh marked in front of the 4s Can anyone help me identify ...The Stoeger Coach Gun Shotgun is a double-barrel, side-by-side shotgun available in .410, 20, and 12 gauges. Chambers are 2.75 or 3 inches, action is break open, and the guns are available with double or single triggers. These guns have a relatively short 20-inch barrel, hence the Coach Gun name. The term coach gun got its name from the ...There are several ways to find out more information about your Winchester rifle or shotgun. All Winchester firearms, including commemoratives, are collectible. Read on to find out ...The gun is a double barrel Ithaca, 16 gauge, I think. I found the serial number under one of the barrels, and the same number on the metal part that the barrel closes down on. The number is 349032. I always assumed it was probably worth a couple of hundred bucks. Sentimental value is why I wanted it.1926 Vintage Ithaca Gun Company Grade IV 12 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun * Classic American Double & Perfect Candidate for Restoration! * SOLD for sale online. ... Model: Grade IV Double Barrel Serial Number: 435830 Barrel Length: 28 & 1/8" Inches (Cut-down From 30" We Think) Chambers: 2.75" Inches Ejectors: Lifters OnlyMay 20, 2014 · 8 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · May 20, 2014. I would appreciate any help in identifying and valuing an Auguste Francotte 12 gauge double barreled shotgun. It is marked with "The Conqueror" on top between the barrels. I found a guide to shotgun manufacturers that identified this as an Auguste Francotte.10 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Mar 6, 2006. As the title says Im looking to ID an older double barrel 12ga shotgun (side by side) On the barrels its marked "Made in Spain" and "Krupp fluid steel" on the other less the " ". It has two triggers, the safety is under the barrel catch lever and its take down release for the fore arm is a plunger out ...Before 1891 no official proof marks were used and when the proof marks law started in 1891 older guns were marked only with a V under crown. The serial number of this shotgun is 47915 and when I compare …The butt of the gun has a deer, two doe and trees carved into it. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. Barrel is 20" L and gun is 47" L overall. 2.5" W at the breach and 1.5" at the tip of the barrel. Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. Serial number 94.Jul 28, 2023 · Identifying Antique Double Barrel Shotguns. Identifying a well-maintained shotgun is easy. If the gun is in good condition already, you can easily identify it through the serial numbers imprinted somewhere in the gun. As the imprint is usually done in the body of the gun, a poorly maintained or too old gun dating before 1897 might be harder to ...VINTAGE SERIAL NUMBERS; VINTAGE ADS; APPRAISALS; ... LeFever Nitro Special Double Barrel Shotguns. Serial Number: Year of Manufacture: 100000 - 101599: 1921: 101600 - 119899: 1922: 119900 - …Enders Royal Service Double Barrel 12 gage Shotgun. Can someone please tell me what the value might be on this shotgun. It is in very good condition. Serial number 236384 on both stock part and barrel. There is also a number 4 stamped above the serial number on the barrel. It has been in my family ever since I can remember.Write down details about wood or metal components, and identify the type of metal or wood when possible. Gun materials can help point to the origins of a gun and when it was made. Hire an appraiser to identify your antique gun. An appraiser should be able to furnish you with identification information and a market value.4 posts · Joined 2011. #1 · Sep 20, 2011. I have come across a double barrel 12 gage and the only thing it has is American Gun Company the serial number has a 2 over the serial 45303. It is a double barrel 12 gage with hammers and is choke bored on both barrels. I know it was most likely sold by H&D Folsom Sporting Goods of New York …I'm completely new to vintage shotgun identification, so please forgive my ignorance. I inherited a "Damascus" fixed breech, double barrel, percussion cap, exposed top hammer shotgun from my father (Damascus is the term he always used), which he purchased from the estate of a friend. I believe it is actually twist steel, based on multiple ...Charles Daly was co-founder of Schoverling & Daly sporting goods company in New York City in 1865. The company imported some of the better-made shotguns from Europe and Charles Daly was used as the brand name. Daly trademark was sold several times over the years, with various owners importing guns from Belgium, Germany, Japan, Italy and other ...3765 posts · Joined 2008. #4 · Jul 31, 2013. My information came from Joe Vorisek's book "The Breech Loading Shotgun In America 1865 to 1940", Volume II, Page 162 which list serial numbers-dates made for various Hopkins & Allen shotguns from 1884 to 1915 including the Sidelock Hammerless, Boxlock hammerless and the Forehand …Sep 7, 2010 · Remington made hammer double barrels from 1874 to 1910. The quick way to different between year models is by hammer shape and serial numbers. The serial numbers run as follows: Mode 1874 (Hammer Lifter) 001 to 1,500. Model 1874 (Lifter Action) 1,501 to 4.125+. Model 1882/1883 001 to 15,000.Our Beretta age lookup tool can help you determine the manufacturing year of any side-by-side, over-and-under, or semi-automatic shotgun. Simply enter the date code portion of the serial number, which is usually found in an engraved rectangle below the chamber on a side-by-side, beneath the chambers on an over-and-under, and close …8 Mar 2017 ... The serial # on the receiver starts with '10', so at least the receiver was mfg. in 1990. However, the barrel is 22" long with the long ...The length of pull is 14.25" inches to the end of the buttplate on this double. This vintage gun has a lot of drop typical of guns from this period with 1.75" inches at the ... Serial Number: 100254 Barrel Length: 30" Inches Chambers: 2.75 ... 1921 Vintage Ithaca Lefever Arms Co. Nitro Special 12 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun ** Restored & 100% ...If you’re wondering what Remington shotgun you have, the best way to identify it is by locating the model number, which is usually engraved on the barrel or receiver of the firearm. By referring to Remington’s catalog or website, you can quickly determine the specific model you own. 1.You’ve found a gorgeous 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air for sale. If you want to find out as much information about the car before purchasing it, start with the serial number. Here is some ...If you have only one marking per barrel; it is the bore diameter. Some of those old Belgians had small bore `12 ga. 18.1 divided by 254=.712 bore size; quite a bit smaller than the standard of .729 for a 12. The English actually called those guns 11 guages. The muzzle need to be measured to get an accurate choke id.Both brothers marked their barrels with a serial number - some of the locks also had the serial number (John's stamped on the top edge of the lock; Joseph stamped on the inside of the lock). ... Flintlock double barrel Manton guns (in their original cases) can fetch up to US$20,000 for really mint ones - perhaps US$5 or 6,000 for average ...Our Beretta age lookup tool can help you determine the manufacturing year of any side-by-side, over-and-under, or semi-automatic shotgun. Simply enter the date code portion of the serial number, which is usually found in an engraved rectangle below the chamber on a side-by-side, beneath the chambers on an over-and-under, and close …Serial number with no letter prefix - DOM 1909 to 1919. Single letter SN - DOM 1920 to 1929. Two letter prefix - DOM 1930 to 1939. All letter SN - DOM 1940 - …Can I use the serial number to identify an old double barrel shotgun? Serial numbers can be helpful in identifying and tracking the history of a double barrel shotgun. However, not all shotguns have serial numbers, particularly older models.What type of shotgun shells will work in this rifle. I understand that flussstahl krupp is the metal type and essen is where is was made. Marks I found on the barrels are nitro, flussstahl krupp essen in a circle. On the left barrel is HALBERSTADT, on the right barrel WILH - PIETHE Under the foream is number 5605 and also on the underside of ...8 Mar 2017 ... The serial # on the receiver starts with '10', so at least the receiver was mfg. in 1990. However, the barrel is 22" long with the long ...1. Can I date my Stoeger shotgun by its serial number? Yes, you can date your Stoeger shotgun by its serial number. 2. How can I find the serial number on my Stoeger shotgun? The serial number is usually located on the receiver or barrel of the shotgun. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE. 3.Older Stevens Historical Research. Mr. John Callahan. 53 Old Quarry Road. Westfield, Ma. There is a $15.00 research fee per gun. Be sure to include all information you have on the gun such as Model, serial number, gauge, barrel length. Like. R. rob61 Discussion starter.Field Grade production totaled 199,384 accounting for 82% of the total production of L.C. Smith side lock shotguns during the period of 1912 to 1950. The price in 1913 was $25. A Hunter-One Trigger brought the price up to $45. A gun with ejectors sold for $35, and one with ejectors and the Hunter One-Trigger retailed for $55.Shotgun ID & Value T PARKER 12gauge double barrel 2 triggers made 1800 ... I have a T PARKER 12 gauge double barrel rabbit ears 2 triggers no serial number made 1800 still shoots no rust has number 1 on it and LD5 looks like a sideways 3 has E LG circled with crown on top has F with star on top has R with star on top has a word but cant make ...NOTE: Like most collectible double guns, smaller gauges command a price premium over 12-gauge model. 16-gauge Field Grade may command a 25 percent price premium; 20-gauge Field Grade may command up to a 50 percent price premium; 28-gauge and .410 caliber Field Grade models, perhaps as much as 250-300 percent.The Model 1889 was offered in 10 and 12 gauges, with a 16 gauge brought out briefly; in addition, a few rare 28 gauges are known to exist. Barrel lengths were 28", 30" and 32".Dec 20, 2023 · This publication provides an easy reference for Parker shotguns manufactured between 1866-1942. It Includes a 46-page section on Parker identification, with over 100 detailed images depicting serialization location and explanation, various Parker grades, extra features, stock configurations, action types, and barrel identification.Dec 8, 2016 · Hopkins & Allen Manufacturing Co. was in business 1868-1898 and produced falling block single barrel shotguns. The enterprise became Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. 1898-1914 and introduced "tip-up" single barrel shotguns in 1902 after acquiring Forehand Arms; with a distinctive barrel take down lever and drop point receiver.From the 1880s to WW-I Belgium exported hundreds of thousands of the very cheapest of doubles marked with all manner of fanciful names. W. Richards from 123 Years Ago -- Back in 1889 the magazine Forest and Stream was doing a series of pattern and penetration tests of various shotguns available to the American shooting public in each issue.Manufactured between 1921 and 1948. Incredible as it may seem, its price at introduction was $29. NOTE: Add 100+ percent for .410; $100 for single-selective trigger; $200 for automatic ejectors. Side-by-side double-barrel shotgun chambered for 12-, 16-, 20-gauge and .410 bore. Barrels were offered in lengths of 26" to 32", with various choke .... The proof marks (from Birmingham) would daThe oval cartouche with star and ELG is the proof 21 Jan 2018 ... When the guns were originally made, the factory put the serial number on a whole bunch of different parts, and on many guns some of these ... Dec 8, 2016 · Hopkins & Allen Manufacturing C Identification and. New to the forum and looking for some help. I recently came into posession of a Janssen Fils and Co. Double Barrel 12 ga. I've had little luck finding any information onwhen this gun was made, value, if its safe to shoot. It is literally brand new and unfired.Guns with the name CRUSO were made by CRESCENT FIRE ARMS COMPANY of Norwich,CT (1892 to 1930+), STEVENS ARMS & TOOL COMPANY of Chicopee Falls, MA (1864 to date) or HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON ARMS COMPANY of Worcester,MA (1871 to 1985) if the gun has no foreign proof marks on the bottom of the barrel(s). All these guns were made for and sold by the ... Serial Number Lookup. Enter your Ruger® serial number above to ...
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